Problems, rights and safety
Questions, answers and WorkMarket.eu guides about working and living in France.
4 questions
- GuideProblems, rights and safety
How should companies answer forum complaints?
Use a named representative, acknowledge the specific concern and request personal evidence privately. Respond factually without posting worker documents, retaliation or unsupported allegations. Record a resolution with a
WorkMarket.eu Team21 Oct 2026 - GuideProblems, rights and safety
What if a recruiter sells a guaranteed French permit?
Ask for the legal entity, itemised service, written terms and actual official route. Verify the employer independently. Workmarket should flag guaranteed-permit claims and opaque relocation packages; payment is not proof
WorkMarket.eu Team21 Oct 2026 - GuideProblems, rights and safety
What if recruitment involves threats or unsafe work?
Prioritise immediate safety and contact emergency services where necessary. Preserve evidence only when safe and seek help from the competent authority, a trusted adviser or consulate. Avoid confrontation if it could put
WorkMarket.eu Team21 Oct 2026 - GuideProblems, rights and safety
What should I do about unpaid wages?
Preserve the contract, hours, payslips and bank evidence and send a clear written payment request. Seek advice about the appropriate employment claim and deadlines. A forum complaint or inspection request does not automa
WorkMarket.eu TeamSources checked 21 Oct 202621 Oct 2026
General information, not a decision about your individual case. Laws change — check the official source and the review date.
